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Bookkeeping Manager

HR Services and Solutions
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Kilsyth, North Lanarkshire G65, Scotland

Salary

£35,000 - £37,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role of Bookkeeping Manager offers a salary range of £35,000 to £37,000 plus benefits and is a permanent position within a growing business.
  • This position requires a minimum of five years of proven experience managing a team, ideally within a practice environment.
  • The successful candidate will oversee a team of nine bookkeeping staff, ensuring compliance and accuracy in VAT returns, and will maintain bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients.
  • Key responsibilities include preparing management accounts, handling client queries, and introducing new ideas to improve processes using modern technologies.
  • Candidates should possess strong bookkeeping and payroll software skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to mentoring staff.

Role : BOOKKEEPING MANAGER c35k - c37k + Benefits

  • PERMANENT ROLE
  • GROWING BUSINESS
  • EXCELLENT SUPPORTIVE TEAMWORK ENVIRONMENT
  • ONSITE ROLE

Our client is a leader in their field and due to continued growth they are now seeking a skilled Bookkeeping Manager to oversee their dedicated team and play a key role in client and staff management. Candidates with an accounts background, particularly those experienced in management accounts, will also be considered for this role.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of 9 bookkeeping staff, reviewing VAT returns and ensuring compliance and accuracy.
  • Provide detailed management accounts analysis, interpretation, and presentations for clients.
  • Maintain bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients up to trial balance stage.
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns, post journals, and process payroll.
  • Handle the preparation of CIS certificates and statements.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for client queries, building strong relationships.
  • Embrace improvement by introducing new ideas and adopting modern technologies.
  • Participate in management meetings and contribute to business strategy.

Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience managing a team for at least five years, ideally within practice.
  • Strong background in bookkeeping and payroll software, such as Sage Line 50, Sage Cloud, and Xero.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritise tasks, work to deadlines, and manage competing priorities effectively.
  • Approachable, personable, and confident in mentoring staff and handling diverse personalities.
  • Experience with management accounts or a background in accounts is highly desirable.

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